Doctor of Public Policy – National Security Policy Prepare to Help Protect Our Nation with Advanced Public Policy Expertise

60

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Liberty University’s online Doctor of Public Policy (D.P.P.) – National Security Policy is designed to help equip you to address complex security challenges facing the United States today. In this program, you can learn how to make research-informed, evidence-based decisions in the realm of national security policy. From strategic analysis to policy development to crisis management, you can explore the use of research tools and methodologies to address issues in many different areas.

As a professional doctorate, the D.P.P. in National Security Policy emphasizes practical skills that may be applicable to a wide variety of careers, including public service at the national, state, or local levels; elective office; public policy analysis; advocacy organizations; or applied research and teaching on the subjects of public policy, political science, and government. By pursuing the national security policy specialization, you can focus specifically on how to craft policies that help safeguard our country’s citizens, institutions, and economy.

Whether you are already working in the public sector or looking to transition into a role in defense, intelligence, or policy advising, we’re committed to helping you pursue your unique goals. With a practical focus on solving real-world problems, Liberty’s public policy and national security policy program may be right for you if you aspire to become a leader who can help ensure the security of our nation.


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  • Private Nonprofit University
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  • No Standardized Testing for Admission
  • Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
  • Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree

If you want to pursue your passion for public policy without sacrificing your current responsibilities, our doctorate of public policy may be right for you! We aim to offer the flexibility you need to balance your personal, professional, and academic commitments. With our 100% online courses, you can participate in the D.P.P. program from anywhere with an internet connection. Additionally, the classes have no set login times, so you can complete coursework on your schedule (as long as you adhere to assignment deadlines and course end dates).

At Liberty, you’ll learn from experienced faculty who bring both academic expertise and real-world knowledge to the classroom. Our D.P.P. professors have extensive backgrounds in fields like government, public policy, and leadership, offering valuable insights and practical skills that may be useful in a variety of careers. They are committed to helping you prepare to make an impact in your field, whether you’re working in government, nonprofit organizations, or other public policy roles.

Additionally, Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), demonstrating our dedication to academic excellence. Whether you are a current or aspiring public policy professional, we strive to help bolster your expertise as you work toward your career goals.


This program includes core public policy courses that dive into subjects such as policy analysis; policy formation and implementation; and the evaluation of policy through biblical, constitutional, and political lenses. You’ll also explore contemporary challenges facing America, a biblical model of statesmanship, and the changing landscape of competing political ideologies and worldviews. Other topics of study include the interplay between and among American state governments and the federal government as well as the structure and functionality of various political and economic institutions.

Within the national security policy specialization, you’ll dive into the following topics:

  • Foundational public policies, regulations, court decisions, institutions, and interest groups relevant to the study and implementation of national security policy
  • Major debates and issues in national security policy
  • The scope, history, controversial issues, and methods associated with academic research in national security policy

A major component of your degree will be the cultivation of research skills through a series of research methods and tools courses. By diving into case studies, quantitative and qualitative research methods, and research design, you can prepare to complete your capstone courses. These will serve as the pinnacle of the program, giving you the opportunity to showcase your abilities and conduct original research aimed at solving real-world policy problems.

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Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.

Doctoral Full Time $595/Credit
Doctoral Part Time $650/Credit

Eligible current and former military service members and their spouses may qualify for a special rate of $300/credit hour (learn more).

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.


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  • Active Duty
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/Retirees
  • Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees

Military Tuition Discount

We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want – at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work toward your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession – for less.

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.